Northern Michigan University, located in Marquette, Michigan, is a dynamic four-year, public, comprehensive university that has grown its reputation based on its award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives and nationally recognized academic programs. Northern has a population of about 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Ask a few Northern students what drew them to our university and you will get a variety of answers. That's because there is no single thing that make students want to go to Northern; it is ALL the things that we do here. Northern is big enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs but is also small enough that every time you walk across campus, you'll probably wave "hi" to someone you know.

Curiosity is the raw ingredient of knowledge. It causes us to ask questions, to seek answers, to learn. At Northern Michigan University, natural curiosity and intellectual challenge meet in stimulating classes grounded in the liberal arts. So wherever your curiosity leads you, you can count on the support you need to take the next step, ask the next question, propose the next hypothesis.

The mission of the Northern Michigan University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports and the United States Olympic Training Site is to create an environment that promotes academic excellence, interpersonal growth and social development; embraces diversity; teaches lifetime leisure skills; fosters spirit and tradition; and builds a lifelong connection to NMU.

Yes, you'll attend your classes, but what else will you be doing as a student at Northern? There's so much stuff to choose from. There's a student organization or club – almost 300 at last count-- for just about every interest. If you're into investigating the paranormal, anime or improv comedy, there's a group. Cheer on your fellow Wildcats at a hockey game or volleyball match. Join a competitive club sport or an intramural team. The sky is the limit.

SexualAssaultQA

The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network has a lot of great information regarding statistics, types of sexual assault, how to help a loved one, how to report sexual assault to the police, recovering from sexual assault, and much more. There is also a National Sexual Assault Online Hotline and a search tool to find local help centers. You can also check out our sexual assault resource list for more links to information related to sexual assault.

Are most rape cases female or some of them male?

Sexual assault can affect anyone. In a lifetime, about 1 in 6 females will experienced an attempted or successful sexual assault, while 1 in 33 men will. In 2003, 9 out of 10 rape survivors were female. 2.78 million men in the U.S. have been victims of sexual assault or rape. (Source: Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network)

How long after a rape can you still report it?

According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, you can report your attack at anytime. They do suggest, however, reporting as soon as possible in order to maximize the chances of arrest and prosecution. If you need time to think about pursuing prosecuting, you should still report the rape and then decide about prosecution later. This will help preserve the evidence. Some states do have statutes of limitations that bar prosecutions after a certain number of years (State Statues). (Source: Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network)

If you can’t give consent when drunk, does that apply for males and females?

Yes, no one can legally give consent when under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Both parties must be conscious and willing participants (Source: Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network)

What if a wife/girlfriend is just not in the mood, is that rape?

Yes. Even if a person is in a relationship and has had consensual sex in the past, if they say "No" or do not give consent, it is considered rape. Forcing or coercing someone to have sex against their will fits the definition of rape. In the recent years, all 50 states have made partner rape, or spousal rape, illegal. For more information about partner rape, check out WomensLaw.org or RAINN.org.

What are the different degrees of Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC) in Michigan?

In Michigan, a person must be at least 16 years old before they can legally give consent to engage in sexual activity.

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